Billionaire Ex-wife: I Can't Live Without You
Chapter 2226

To maintain the facade, it was imperative that the mysterious Mr.

Murray be made aware of Nathan’s knowledge about Lucinda’s purported abduction and his deep concern.

For three consecutive days, the villa remained untouched, ensconced within Nathan’s tightening perimeter like a spider ensnaring its prey.

As dawn broke, casting its soft glow upon the foliage, Everett reclined in a chair within the villa’s modest confines.

A curl of smoke twirled lazily from his cigar as he savored a moment of tranquility.

His partnership with Nathan offered a sense of security, yet Lucinda’s insistence on residing in the basement perturbed him greatly.

“Mr.

Gomez!”

The sudden interruption jolted him from his reverie, causing him to startle and inadvertently scatter ash from his cigar.

Turning, he fixed his subordinate with a steely glare.

“Can’t you see I’m resting?”

The man lowered his gaze.

“Mr.

Gomez, three representatives sent by Mr.

Murray are here.

”

Everett’s initial impulse to rise faltered, replaced by a furrowed brow.

“Why doesn’t he deign to appear in person?”

“Still the same people as the last time.

Unlikely, he’ll present himself.

”

Everett sneered.

He muttered to himself, “Mr.

Murray revels in his enigmatic air.

Still reluctant to show his face? Is it because he’s too unattractive?”

Within the villa’s living room stood three men, clad in somber suits, their countenances inscrutable.

“Mr.

Gomez, my boss has dispatched us for negotiations,” Kenneth said.

Seating himself on the sofa, Everett sneered.

“Is such a_ rendezvous necessary? He demanded proof of her captivity and received it.

Yet he remains elusive.

It seems he’s not invested in our collaboration.

”

Pouring water languidly, Everett’s discontent simmered beneath the surface.

“Let it be known, the woman in question is none other than Nathan’s wife!”

Kenneth, the lead envoy, settled across from him, his demeanor composed.

“There is no need for grievances, Mr.

Gomez.

Mr.

Murray’s gesture is one of goodwill.

”

Leaning forward, Kenneth’s tone dripped with insinuation.

“Your villa has been under the vigilant watch of the National Security Bureau for three days now.

Quite the inconvenience, I’d imagine.

”

His smile bordered on smugness.

Behind his sunglasses, Kenneth’s gaze bored into Everett’s, exuding confidence.

In truth, the surveillance perimeter was under Nathan’s direct supervision, leaving no room for laxity.

Everett remained unperturbed.

“You seem well-acquainted with my predicament.

”

Kenneth arched an eyebrow.

“Word travels fast.

Your troubles have become common knowledge.

I doubt anyone else will dare venture here.

Nonetheless, Mr.

Murray seeks to extend a helping hand.

Would you not entertain our proposal?”